Senior Procurement Coordinator

Shape the procurement strategy behind one of WA’s largest education networks and deliver value that makes a lasting impact.

Level J Step 1 $135,280 plus superannuation

1.0 FTE | Ongoing | West Leederville

For more than 150 years, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has supported schools and communities across the state. Today, we are Western Australia's second-largest education provider, supporting more than 84,500 students through a network of schools and nearly 14,000 staff.

We're seeking a Senior Procurement Coordinator to join our Procurement and Contracts within the Finance, Infrastructure and Digital Technology Directorate.

As Senior Procurement Coordinator, you will lead and support complex sourcing, tendering and contract management activities that deliver strong commercial outcomes for CEWA. Working closely with the Procurement and Contracts team, Legal Services, business stakeholders and suppliers, you will help reduce costs, strengthen procurement practices and ensure contracts deliver value across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in a purpose-driven environment while contributing to continuous improvement and supporting Catholic education across Western Australia.

This is a 1.0FTE ongoing position commencing as soon as practicable.

Why Join CEWA?

Salary of $135, 280 per annum plus superannuation

Additional paid leave during Christmas and Easter office closures

Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate

Professional development and career growth opportunities

Access to wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program and corporate health discounts

Staff meal service

Free onsite parking

About the Role

Success in this role looks like building strong, trusted relationships across CEWA while delivering efficient, compliant and value-driven procurement outcomes. The Senior Procurement Coordinator consistently manages complex sourcing and contract activities, negotiates positive commercial outcomes, identifies opportunities for cost savings and process improvement, and ensures contracts and supplier relationships deliver measurable value to the organisation. Through expert advice, collaboration and a commitment to continuous improvement, they help strengthen procurement practices that support CEWA’s strategic objectives and mission.

Key responsibilities include

• Provide advice and guidance on raising requisitions and Purchase Orders through CEWA’s Procurement and ERP systems.
• Assist with the review and release of Purchase Orders through the Procurement and ERP systems.
• Assist in the implementation and administration of medium to high-risk / value contracts in accordance with the Procurement Executive Directive and related procedures, frameworks, and guidelines.
• Make recommendations to the Team Leader Procurement and Contracts on strategic sourcing opportunities based on business need and spend analysis.
• As required, coordinate the onboarding and approval of new vendors in the Procurement System including the acceptance of CEWA purchase order terms and conditions in consultation with the Team Leader Procurement and Contracts.

About You

The ideal candidate is a highly organised procurement professional with strong experience in sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation and supplier management. They combine commercial acumen with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, enabling them to build trusted relationships, drive value for money and navigate complex procurement activities with confidence. Motivated by continuous improvement, they are proactive, detail-oriented and committed to delivering compliant, strategic procurement outcomes that support the mission and success of CEWA.

Essential requirements

• Prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.
• Experience in medium to high-risk contract, procurement and tendering procedures
• Demonstrated experience in negotiating and managing medium to high-risk contracts
• Demonstrated ability to assist in the identification and development of recommendations to improve procurement outcomes including analysing business spend and proposing strategies to consolidate and reduce costs
• Proven experience in achieving cost reductions and savings targets
• Demonstrated high level communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

Highly regarded

• Demonstrated experience conducting procurement activities in the government and/or education sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing exception reporting to identify and address discrepancies and deviations from the P2P process.
• Knowledge and understanding of computerised accounting systems including the P2P process
• Ability to assist in the identification and development of recommendations to improve procurement outcomes
• Information for Applicants
• To access a copy of the Position Description please here: Position Description

Interested applicants should submit

A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria.

A curriculum vitae outlining employment history, qualifications and certifications, and providing a minimum of two professional referees.

The successful applicant will be required to provide

A National Criminal History Check as issued by the Department of Education WA.

100 points of identification.

Applications for this role close no later than 5pm, Thursday 5 November 2026.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

If you require support with submitting your application, please contact our Talent Advisors at [email protected]. Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply and uploading your application through our website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia are required to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties. Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds, First Nations peoples, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of the position. To be eligible to apply, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.